French Verb Conjugation Basics

This video tutorial teaches how to conjugate first group regular ER verbs in French present tense. It explains the concept of infinitive verbs, provides step-by-step instructions for conjugation, and highlights exceptions. The tutorial includes examples and practice tips, emphasizing the simplicity of French present tense conjugation. It concludes with a summary and additional learning resources.

How many verb groups are there in French?

• Two

• Three

• Five

• Four

What is an infinitive verb in French?

• A verb that is already conjugated

• A verb that ends in -ing

• A verb that ends in -ed

• A verb that is not yet conjugated

What is the ending for 'nous' in regular ER verb conjugation?

• -e

• -ent

• -ons

• -ez

Which of the following is the correct conjugation for 'je' with the verb 'chanter'?

• Je chante

• Je chantes

• Je chantent

• Je chantons

What does the verb 'regarder' mean?

• To sing

• To watch

• To eat

• To walk

How do you say 'we watch' in French using 'regarder'?

• Nous regardent

• Nous regardons

• Nous regarde

• Nous regardez

What is the exception for verbs ending in -ger when conjugating 'nous'?

• Add -ez

• Add -ent

• Add -eons

• Add -ons

What change is made to verbs ending in -cer for 'nous' conjugation?

• Add -ons

• Add -ent

• Change c to ç

• Add -eons

Which verb ending requires a cedilla in its conjugation?

• -er

• -ir

• -re

• -cer

What is the main focus of this lesson?

• Conjugating irregular verbs

• Learning French vocabulary

• Understanding French culture

• Conjugating first group verbs in present tense